Masoor Pulao

Easy wholesome one pot meal , sure to be loved by all those who love pulaos,
biryanis in any form.Variations can be made by adding veggies but i kept it
simple by just using saboot masoor and potatoes. This yummy dish can be enjoyed
with chilled cucumber raita or just as it is.

Soak whole masoor overnight or for 4-5 hours. Drain the water and keep aside.Soak
basmati rice for 30 minutes.
In a biryani pot or a heavy bottomed nonstick pan add in oil and ghee.Add in the whole
spices and saute until fragrant.Toss in sliced onions and fry until golden brown.
Add in ginger garlic paste and slit green chillies.Fry for a while and add in 2 tbsps
of water to reduce the heat.Add in all the dry spices, turmeric powder,red chilli
powder,garam masala and cumin coriander powder. saute and add in tomatoes.Let
the masalas cook until the tomatoes are mushy.Add in masoor(lentils) and potatoes.Mix
in well.Season with salt and a cup of water. cover and cook until the masoor
and potatoes are almost cooked.
Drain the water from the rice and add in to the masoor.Add in more salt as per taste,chopped
coriander leaves and water.The level of water should be just an inch above the
level of rice.Cook in medium high flame until it starts bubbling and water level
is almost same as the rice.Cover and lower the flame let it cook for another 15 or
so until rice is completely cooked.
Switch off the flame and let it sit for 5 more minutes.Serve immediately with
chilled cucumber raita.
Hope you would give this recipe a try and let me know how it turns out for you 🙂

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Welcome to my Sparkling Canvas. Hi, I am Shivani , a foodie who loves to travel, read and finds peace at the beach. Sparkling canvas is my space to share my favourite family recipes, the ones I learnt from my mom who is the world’s best cook.